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Year 1
Jumping far
I can jump using the correct technique in order to jump as far as possible.
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Year 1
Jumping far
I can jump using the correct technique in order to jump as far as possible.
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Lesson guide
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: using the correct jumping technique, bending our knees, swinging our arms, focusing forwards, helps us jump far.
- Think: the correct technique for jumping will increase the distance we can jump.
- Feel: showing self belief will improve the jumping distance we can achieve.
- Connect: listening to advice and feedback in order to improve shows empathy.
Keywords
Technique - the method we use to perform a task
Distance - the length of space between two points
Landing - coming back into contact with the ground after being in the air
Common misconception
Pupils don't land in a controlled way. Pupils do not use the correct technique for jumping. Pupils are distracted and jump looking at others.
Demonstrate an effective jump with a controlled landing. Demonstrate the correct technique. Reiterate the importance of jumping with heads focused forwards.
Award pupils extra points in the team competition for using the correct technique and for helping others.
Teacher tip
Equipment
30+ floor markers, 45+ cones, 15 whiteboards, 15 whiteboard pens
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2025), licensed on
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except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).Starter quiz
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4 Questions
Q1.
What do we do with our knees when we land after jumping?
nothing
keep them straight
Q2.
What do we call the first part of a jump?
landing
swing
Q3.
What should you do with your arms when you are landing?
swing them up
keep them still
Q4.
Why do we bend our knees when landing after jumping?
Exit quiz
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4 Questions
Q1.
How can we show empathy to our team mates who are finding it hard to jump far?
Q2.
If we move and shuffle our feet forwards after landing, why is this wrong?
Q3.
What goes wrong if we don't swing our arms up and then down when jumping?
nothing
we fall
Q4.
What should we say to someone who looks down to the ground when jumping?